Abstract: A method for improving balance and coordination associated with the performance of a sport motion. The method comprises the initial step of providing a training apparatus, the latter comprising a stationary base member having first and second platforms rotationally mounted. The first and second are adapted to receive, respectively, a foot of an individual to enable the individual to stand thereon such that each foot can rotate independently about a separate axis. While standing upon the device, an individual may perform a variety of movements, such as a tennis stroke, golf swing, and the like, and, by virtue of imparting rotational movement to the feet, enable an individual to optimally perform proper rotational movements. The training method maybe incorporated into a sports instruction regimen applicable to a wide-variety of sports, including skiing, surfing, and martial arts, as well as many activities, in addition to tennis, golf and baseball.

Abstract: A hand grip for use in the self-exercise of hand, wrist and forearm muscles. A pair of pivot elements are mounted about a common pin for pivotal back and forth movement so that the head ends of the elements move together and apart. A force resistance elastomeric member having an interior cavity is releasably mounted on the head ends. Forces applied by the user in repetitively squeezing handles together cause the head ends to move apart against the yieldable resistance of the member. The member's elastic memory causes the elements to pivot back as the user releases his or her grip. A slot in the elastomeric member through which the head ends are mounted enables easy interchange between members of different elastic strengths to provide for a wide range of force resistances.

Abstract: An exercising machine for developing multiple muscle groups by combining two distinct exercise elements into a single attenuated movement. The device includes multiple support housings each with upstanding handgrips extending therefrom. Each handgrip has spring resistant elements interconnected with said housings allowing for axial opposing resistant rotation.

Abstract: A method of exercising and a handheld exercise or amusement device are provided. The handheld exercise and amusement device includes a handle adapted to be gripped by a user and at least two weights which are at least one of freely rotatably mounted and freely orbitally mounted about an axis running through the handle. The method of exercising includes gripping the exerciser with at least one hand and moving the exerciser in at least one direction.

Abstract: A support unit is constructed by assembling all or some of a footrest, a backrest, a pedestal, a handle, and related frames. Waist exercises are conducted utilizing a backrest frame operated in conjunction with a load controller, with the lower part of the user's body being fixed to the support unit. An apparatus further comprises a lower body holder mounted on the support unit. The lower body holder preferably comprises a front thigh holder for tightly holding the front potion of a thigh, a rear thigh holder for tightly holding the rear portion of a thigh, a front pelvis holder for tightly holding the front portion of a pelvis, and a rear pelvis holder for tightly holding the rear portion of a pelvis.

Abstract: A weight training machine includes a main frame, a lever carriage mechanism, an adjustment linkage and a stop mechanism. A lever carriage mechanism is pivotally connected to the main frame. The lever carriage mechanism includes a weight carrying portion adapted to carry at least one weight. An input mechanism is connected to the lever carriage mechanism. The adjustment linkage is connected between the lever carriage mechanism and the main frame and is configured to selectively adjust an arc of rotation of the weight carrying portion of the lever carriage mechanism about the main frame such that the weight carrying portion may selectively traverse each of a plurality of predefined strength curves in response to movement of the input mechanism by a user.

Abstract: A waist-twisting machine includes a post, a fixing base, a moving mechanism, a hoop body and a hull. The fixing base is movably combined with the post to move up and down, and the moving mechanism is deposited in the fixing base, consisting of a power source to rotate a gear unit, which then rotates two rotating arms connected with an interacting arm to make a horizontal movement in a circle as a hula hoop does. The hoop body is connected with the interactive arm to be moved in the same track as the interactive arm, with numerous massage rollers fixed on an inner surface of the hoop body. Then a user standing in the hoop body can be compelled to move together with the hoop body, with the waist thus twisted and massaged at the same time.

Abstract: A restraint and exercise device is provided to treat acute or chronic mechanical pain, particularly lumbopelvic and/or leg pain, and to restore and/or increase range of motion in suitable users. The device is particularly useful during exercise. The device may contain a restraint, such as two straps, connected to a support structure. The straps help restrain a portion of a person's body such as the pelvic region. The portion of the person's body may be restrained in a substantially pain-free position so as to reduce the pain that would otherwise be felt during exercise.

Abstract: A quickly collapsible and erectable horizontal and parallel bars combination mainly includes two modularized upright assemblies, two side supports detachably connected to a top of the upright assemblies, and a top bar detachably supported on and between upper ends of the two side supports. Each of the upright assemblies includes two upright posts, upper and lower crossbars fixedly connected to predetermined positions on the two upright posts, a U-shaped handgrip and a framed foot member pivotally connected to the upper and the lower crossbar, respectively, and supporting posts vertically connected to and extended between the handgrip and the framed foot member. The handgrip and the framed foot member may be synchronously pivotally turned upward to collapse the upright assembly to an almost flat state and accordingly a largely reduce volume.

Abstract: An exerciser includes a pair of frames each having a curved bottom surface for engaging with a supporting surface and for conducting swinging operations. A seat is secured between the frames for supporting a user and for elevating the user when the frames are swung relative to the supporting surface, against the weight of the users. A foot rest is resiliently coupled to the frames with one or more resilient members, for allowing users to move the foot rest away from the frames against the spring members, in order to exercise the lower muscle groups.

Abstract: An exercising ball holder for fixing an exercising ball and locking elastic cords includes a base seat, multiple extension arms and at least one elastic cord. The base seat is formed with a rest depression. A lower end of the exercising ball is rested and located in the depression without easily rolling out. The multiple extension arms respectively outward horizontally extend from the base seat. Each extension arm has a fixing loop section. The elastic cord has a hook section and has a handle. It can ensure safety in use of the exercising ball. The position of the elastic cords can be quickly changed to achieve various exercising effects. And, it has simple structure.

Abstract: A leg exerciser includes a casing having a slot in a top thereof, a transmission mechanism mounted in the casing, a legrest, and at least one massage rod. The transmission mechanism includes a motor and a movable block extending through the slot of the casing. The movable block moves reciprocatingly along the slot of the casing when the motor is turned on. The legrest is fixed to the movable block to move therewith. The legrest has two recessed portions for supporting a user's legs. The massage rod is attached to the movable block to move therewith and includes at least one massage portion for providing a massaging function. At least one wheel is mounted to the massage rod and in rolling contact with the casing.

Abstract: An indoor walking workout facility has multiple pathways traversing several rooms, with elevated passageways accessed by elevated paths. The path sections are movable and re-configurable. Several locations along the paths are equipped with scenery, scenic images, sounds, climates and smells that complement a theme for the particular location, such as a mountain walk. The scenic images are displayed on available surfaces, such as walls and ceilings, in a manner tending to surround the walker. Intertwined with the thematic locations are bridges, tunnels, steps, inclines, rope ladders, simulated rock and hill climbs, and the like, that provide varying levels of exertion. Walker care stations are interspersed along the paths for rest and determining blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, calories burned, miles walked, and other information related to the walking activity.

Abstract: A torso exercise machine includes a frame designed to rest upon a floor surface; a seat pivotally mounted on the frame; at least one handlebar pivotally mounted on the frame; and a link pivotally interconnected between the seat and the handlebar. The link constrains the seat and the handlebar to pivot in opposite directions relative to the frame. A resistance device may be interconnected between the handlebar and the frame to resist pivoting of the handlebar and the seat toward one another.

Abstract: A multipurpose exercising apparatus is constructed to include a plastic flat base frame positionable on a flat surface, the base frame having a plurality of eyes spaced around the periphery thereof, a semispherical shell made from polyurethane and covered on the base frame, the semispherical shell having a plurality of raised portions over the outer surface thereof for imparting a massaging effect to the user using the multipurpose exercising apparatus, and a plurality of elastic pull cords selectively fastened to the eyes of the base frame for pulling by the user.

Abstract: A footplate for use in a treadmill is disclosed having a plurality of mounting holes in a longitudinal top channel thereof for the mounting of fastening elements to fixedly secure the footplate to one longitudinal side rail of the treadmill, keeping the planar bottom wall of the footplate closely supported on the flat top surface of the longitudinal side rail of the treadmill.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for rehabilitating a user's hand. The method comprises providing a block, the block having a plurality of sides, wherein at least one of the plurality of sides has at least one indentation thereon and using the hand to rotate the block. Through the use of a method and apparatus in accordance with the present invention, a user will be able to perform therapeutic hand exercises without the complications of existing therapeutic devices. The present invention provides a durable, cost effective, and easy to use device that will increase hand flexibility, strength and endurance. Furthermore, the device offers significant therapy to the distal fingers.

Abstract: A multimode exerciser for muscles and muscle-groups stretch exercises has three horizontal platforms disposed along a horizontal rigid frame or bar elevated above ground. One platform near one end of the frame serves as a seat, while another platform near the foot-end services as a foot/ankle rest. An intermediate platform serves also as a foot rest for certain, different, exercises other than those using the foot-end rest.

Abstract: An integrated back pain and back health program incorporating proper posture to achieve joint realignment and muscle relaxation, proper breathing to achieve stress management and muscle relaxation, and an exercise program focused on the muscles of the back, neck, shoulders, abdomen and hips to achieve muscle and joint flexibility and strengthening. By providing instruction on maintaining proper posture, the protocol offers back pain sufferers relief from the stress caused by muscles involuntarily attempting to realign and/or stabilize misaligned joints. The breathing techniques used in the protocol aid in muscle relaxation and, together with proper posture, maximize the benefits of the exercises performed in the procedure. The exercises in the protocol stretch and strengthen the muscles that are commonly implicated in the occurrence of back pain, release spasm in those muscles, and reset those muscles to normal tonus.

Abstract: A ball positioning structure on which a ball is placed comprises a lower body including a round disk with a through-hole in the center thereof, an upper body covered on the lower body and having a bore provided in the center thereof which is in alignment with the through-hole; a bearing disposed in the bore of the upper body such that the upper body and the slide device are mutually rotatable, and a frame, on which a ball is placed, disposed on the surface of the upper body. A user may sit on the ball, press the ball, or lean on the ball and make fixed-point rotation to enhance enjoyment of playing.